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FIG 3493

1999 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,044 mi
Last recorded55,044 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2010
Typical for 1999 Jaguar S-type86,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 3493
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2010 55,044 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 45,911 miles

both rear shock absorbers lower bushes worn

offside head lamp image

offside rear suspension upper arm inner bush worn

Fail 25 Aug 2009 45,911 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear shock absorbers lower bushes worn

offside head lamp image

offside rear suspension upper arm inner bush worn

Pass 5 Aug 2008 31,314 miles

front brake pads low

offside front tyre tread low on inner edge

Fail 22 Jul 2008 30,971 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake pads low

offside front tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 30 May 2007 22,934 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 19,489 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar S-type?

Based on 942,176 MOT tests across 62,116 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
4,736
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
62,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,168
Brake pipe excessively corroded 20,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17,876
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,617
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FIG 3493 is a 1999 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 86,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar S-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIG 3493, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar S-type typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FIG 3493?

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What year was FIG 3493 registered?

FIG 3493 is a 1999 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is FIG 3493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 3493 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 3493 have outstanding finance?

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